When taking a test-first approach to programming (see Test before you leap), developers use unit tests to verify that that their code will function as expected. JUnit and NUnit are open source unit ...

Whether you're a seasoned Java programmer or a Java neophyte, testing Java applications is important. It ensures your application does what it's supposed to. Fortunately, there are plenty of automated ...

In Chapter 1 of Effective Unit Testing, Koskela mixes brief historical testing anecdotes with basic introductory material and often-cited reasons on why unit tests and automated tests are important ...

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When it's time to test your code, it's not good enough to simply write a unit test or two for each method. When you write unit tests, the goal is not to test every method, but also to test each ...

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